QS & Estimator - Civil, Waterproofing & Concrete Repair

Building Careers UK; Ringway; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent package

Career development

Ownership of commercial duties

Diverse project portfolio

Job summary

Building Careers UK is helping to recruit a Quantity Surveyor / Estimator for a civil engineering and waterproofing specialist contractor in Manchester. The role combines estimating and post-contract commercial management across a varied portfolio of waterproofing, concrete repair and civil projects.

The successful candidate will manage tendering, procurement and cost reporting, working closely with project teams to safeguard commercial performance and drive value across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor, Estimator or in a combined QS / Estimating position.
• Background within civil engineering, specialist contracting, structural repairs or concrete repair.
• Experience working on waterproofing, concrete repair or associated specialist construction packages would be highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of construction costs, commercial management and estimating principles.
• Experience preparing detailed estimates, cost plans and tender submissions.
• Confident managing valuations, variations, subcontractor accounts and final accounts.
• Good understanding of procurement and supply chain management.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks and opportunities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Proactive approach with the confidence to work independently and as part of a wider team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and competitive estimates for civil engineering, waterproofing and concrete repair projects.
• Review tender documentation, drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Carry out detailed quantity take-offs and measurements.
• Prepare accurate cost breakdowns covering labour, materials, plant and subcontractor costs.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Identify commercial risks, opportunities and potential cost savings.
• Assist with tender submissions and the preparation of pricing documentation.
• Work closely with the operational team to ensure accurate project pricing and tender handovers.
• Manage the commercial aspects of projects from procurement through to final account.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and financial performance.
• Prepare and submit interim valuations and payment applications.
• Manage variations, change control and additional works.
• Assess subcontractor applications and supplier payments.
• Monitor project expenditure and identify potential commercial risks.
• Prepare cost reports and provide regular financial updates to senior management.
• Manage final accounts and ensure all commercial matters are closed out effectively.
• Prepare and issue enquiries to suppliers and subcontractors.
• Review, compare and negotiate quotations to secure competitive pricing.
• Assist with the procurement of materials, labour and specialist subcontract packages.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency and project profitability.
• Work closely with Contracts Managers, Project Managers and site teams.
• Attend commercial and project review meetings where required.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and project documentation.
• Support the successful financial delivery of projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve commercial processes and procedures.

Skills

Quantity Surveyor

Estimator

Civil Engineering

Waterproofing

Concrete Repair

Cost Estimates

Tender Submissions

Procurement

Commercial Management

Negotiation

Organisational Skills

Multitasking

Job description

Building Careers UK is helping to recruit a Quantity Surveyor / Estimator for a civil engineering and waterproofing specialist contractor in Manchester. The role combines estimating and post-contract commercial management across a varied portfolio of waterproofing, concrete repair and civil projects.

The successful candidate will manage tendering, procurement and cost reporting, working closely with project teams to safeguard commercial performance and drive value across multiple sites.